Epiphany

Chapter 38 : Sophia's Parents

⚠️ Warning : Suicide Attempt ahead in the chapter. ⚠️

A/n : Read last message, please.

Author's P.O.V.

"Michael, I swear I will kill you after this." Olivia grits her teeth, glaring at her not so innocent brother.

"Thanks for informing, I will write a letter before that telling everyone that I died because of this witch named Olivia." He casually says, coming toward the living room with her in his arms.

She is still in her oversized T-shirt that drapes softly over her shoulders, featuring a faded graphic of a favorite band. Her pyjama pants are loose-fitting, adorned with a whimsical pattern of tiny stars and moons.

Her hair is gathered in a messy bun, tendrils escaping here and there.

Olivia's heart races, a mix of fear and insecurity swirling inside her.

As he carries her down the hallway, she catches a glimpse of Mason and Sophia in the living room with an unfamiliar girl.

Her heart starts beating fast at the sight of the girl.

I AM EMBARRASSED.

IF NOT FOR YOU, ATLEAST THINK ABOUT ME, OLIVIA.

Lucas's words roam in her mind.

What if Michael's girlfriend left him because of her ?

As that unfamiliar girl comes in her sight, Olivia couldn't help the growing insecurity in herself.

The girl is stunning, with white milky skin, perfect silky hair, long legs, and a good height—everything Olivia feels she has lost in the aftermath of her accident.

She mumbles, almost inaudibly, "At least let me get presentable."

Michael hears her, and stops mid-stride, looking down at her. He stares at her face, who is busy looking in the living room.

He sighs, but continues walking.

Sometimes you have so much to say in your mind but you don't know what to utter first. It's better to leave it to time.

That's what Michael did.

They enter the living room, where the light chatter dies down as the others look up. Michael carefully sets Olivia on the couch, arranging her gently before stepping back. Mason quickly moves to adjust her legs onto the table to make her comfortable.

She glances around nervously, her eyes finally settling on Michael's girlfriend. The girl's beauty is almost overwhelming, making Olivia feel even more out of place in her pajamas and messy bun.

The girl narrows her eyes at Olivia, making her feel more embarrassed under the scrutinizing gaze. She could hear her thumping heartbeat.

"Michael," the girl's stern voice makes Olivia's heart clench.

"Yes ?" Michael replies.

"You never told me your sister is..." Olivia shuts her eyes tightly, looking down.

This is the reason why she didn't want to come here. If her boyfriend could feel embarrassed because of her, then the brother who hates her to the core would definitely feel embarrassed.

"...this cute ?"

Olivia freezes for a second before snapping her head toward the girl.

Michael chuckles, "I wanted you to see her in person."

The girl rolls her eyes and focuses again on Olivia.

"Hey, Olivia. I am Samaira Wright, your brother Michael's girlfriend. You can call me Ira. I don't know if he has told you about me or not, but let me introduce myself properly. I am currently pursuing my B.Tech degree in Computer Science and Engineering from St. Joseph College, and I want to become a web developer." Samaira smiles.